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  Asad K says:

  "Great shots since 2006 :D"

  7th October, 2011

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  nosdy / Pierre Belhassen says:

  "An impressive eye and an incredible virtuosity... congratulations dear friend !"

  27th May, 2010

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  QUIQUE GARCIA( THE WOLFFOX) says:

  "Sakura love is a point of reference, you learn to look differently. It is one of the best street photographer I know, your picture is of undoubted quality to me is HAIKU OF LIGHT.
  With all due respect thank you very much YIN
  QUIQUE GARCIA"

  27th May, 2010

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  _Hans van de Vorst says:

  "High quality street photography is quite rare "here", but Ying is one of the exceptions to the rule. Her decisive moments in time in raw B&W are a sheer joy to watch and study. There's depth in those pictures: she has got a marvelous humanistic eye and a great feel for emotions that most people don't see, but Ying captures them in a split second. That seems effortless, but I know that it takes a lot of time, patience and concentration. Ying is a great photographer - 26/8/8 Hans"

  26th October, 2008

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  tuanhd5 says:

  "i'm in awe of Ying and her work!!! she inspires me and a lot of many other people here on flickr of her view of the cities she walks, be it San Francisco or Shanghai or Europe. These cities and its people come to life through her lens. Thanks for being such an inspiration Ying ;-)"

  22nd November, 2008

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  gumanow says:

  "Everything that has been said about Ying's work... shadows, composition, juxtaposition, the everyday-ness... WOW, rings true for me too. What really impresses me most is how GIVING BACK she is with comments and kind words of encouragement. Ying is one of the best contacts to have on flickr. I am grateful to be in her consciousness. Thank you Ying! You have a huge heart."

  22nd September, 2008

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  derchristian says:

  "I should have done this much ealier. She took many pictures that influenced me in terms of geometry within photography. When I started, I always found that pictures based on lines, shapes and structures are kinda lifeless. But then there came some great photographers who changed my opinion about that and she is one of them.
  
  I also apprechiate her ongoing appearance on flickr a lot. It seems she is a nice person, too. But unfortunalety I've never met her so I can't tell for sure.. ; D"

  6th July, 2008

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  wonderfulhorriblelife says:

  "Always powerful and inspiring, subtle when required. Her street work pushes me out of home the same way my Master of photography books does.
  
  And she still has time to be a kind person."

  14th June, 2008

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  andyosullivan says:

  "The sheer amount of glowing testimonials below put into words, better than i ever could, how great a photographer Ying really is.She is one of the very best.It's a pleasure to view her work through flickr.My respects."

  3rd May, 2008

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  Hani Amir says:

  "She is undoubtedly one of the best street photographers, ever. Going through her stream was a big factor in really getting me into street photography. I tried to write something big and poetic, but heres a better idea; click that slideshow button and sit back for an amazing ride; people, everyday life, emotion, as you've never seen before."

  16th April, 2008

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  Commander Ray says:

  "The top three things I love about Ying's work: the amazing shadows, the composition (what Cartier-Bresson would call "geometry"), and genuine love of humanity. She might say she is a beginner, but her photography is right up there with Robert Frank and the Gods of Magnum Photo. Wonderful light, empathy, joy and sorrow...the human condition and our world as it is NOW (and so much more) are there in her beautiful photographs. Look and learn!"

  21st February, 2008

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  miu37 says:

  "Sakura Love is the greatest street snap photographer for me.
  Her photographs taught me the splendor of this category.
  though of course the technique is exquisite,
  her photographs condensed the beauty of the moment in the usual people's life.
  they show the richness of people's facial expression and various aspects of this world)
  (they are so candid, so the "beauty" I wrote previously contains the courage not to refuse to face the reality.) and sometimes when I thought what kind of feeling she released the shutter at that moment with, I cannot but paying respect for her."

  19th February, 2008

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  C。Yu says:

  "她是我覺得中國攝影師中 , 街頭攝影拍的最好的一個"

  23rd January, 2008

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  Levan Kakabadze (tabu) says:

  "Ying Is One Of My Favorite Photographers, Her Street photographs always leave me speechless, She always gets special moments and captures special stories, her photography always have been inspiration for me and I have learnt alot from her photographs."

  31st December, 2007

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  Jorge Alberto Mendoza says:

  ""wonderful photograph! I love her black and white shot´s"

  1st December, 2007

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  Könrad says:

  "Power of the street photography through delicate and, in the same time, power vision. She is Sakura Love.
  
  K"

  16th November, 2007

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  Gabriel M.A. says:

  "I could only dream of capturing half the images Sakura captures. These are indeed captures not through a lens, but through a heart and a mind behind that lens."

  14th November, 2007

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  Anthony le Bourlier says:

  "i miss your pix
  i'm back
  Shine on !"

  11th November, 2007

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  Jim Blob Blann says:

  "Sakura has that sort of style and attitude that makes you think about what she's going to post next before she actually does. Consistent in very high quality and very supportive to her fellow Flickr users. Her boldness in her street photography is also inspiring making her one of those photographers who could even change who you are as a person. She's that good! :) Thanks for being a great contact too."

  10th November, 2007

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  Evergreen2005 says:

  "I don't know Ying Tang the person - although perusing her photographs is a clue to who she is. Ying is probably a nice person, trusting but not silly with it. Her images are too informed, and she has great courage in approaching others, and making them part of her art.
  
  Ying isn't just good with a camera, she's also very good with people, you would need to be, to do what she does so well. I couldn't do it myself, but I do enjoy the work of a true and courageous artist."

  3rd November, 2007

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  T Glow says:

  "One of the best photographers of Flickr
  she has a realistic style that is fascinating
  I have been learning a lot with her work.
  Congratulations!!!"

  3rd November, 2007

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  Barry Lu 陸維陽 says:

  "From day by day...
  How "Sakura love" to see the people and life.
  How she seen the small parts of live and to make it interesting.
  How she serious to live...
  Here, everything just in her street photography art.
  Sakura love's art are very powerful, each photo seem can talk,
  can feel the story behind. She has sharp feeling and eyes.
  Sakura love is one of my favourite photographers here on Flickr.
  
  Thanks Ying, for your vision and creative spirit.
  For your always being so kind and encouraging.
  I never been to Sanghai, but everytime when I visit to her photo...
  I feel, I am in this lovely city!!"

  24th October, 2007

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  Corentin Walravens says:

  "Your street work is pure poetry. A style I could recognize among hundreds. As you already know, I personnaly decided to go to spend 2 weeks in Shanghai thanks to your stream. Thank you for sharing this !"

  12th October, 2007

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  About a Majordomo says:

  "I love your photos... my mind fly away...
  
  i not hane more words... only.... This is a true photography!"

  8th October, 2007

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  Yimou says:

  "Photographing is a universal language, her photos have proven this idea once again.
  
  Ying, you can offer the world even more."

  5th October, 2007

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  photoxgo says:

  "次數是品質的唯一標準，SAKURA次數與品味令人驚嘆！論街頭或即時快門的精與實，她的快與慢、等與停、長與短，空間與時間，時而勾下問號驚嘆號，彷若狀聲歌句般，廻旋盪漾地舖卷人間。"

  4th October, 2007

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  pasquinelli68 says:

  "sakura love...
  great sensibility makes greit shot...
  i love yor work
  i hope you have a great day!
  xxx
  leo"

  2nd October, 2007

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  Captainvideo says:

  "Shanghai girl having lots of fun. Making beautiful pictures one by one."

  22nd September, 2007

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  moaan says:

  "sakura love is one of the most wonderful photographer whom I know on flickr.
  I always respect her attitude to photography.
  Her street shots are sometimes realistic, gentle, and poetic.
  I can't take my eyes off her photographs.
  Thank you for sharing and keep up shooting."

  11th September, 2007

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  LanceG says:

  "Ying's amazing photography has inspired me in more ways that one. Each frame is unique...each with its own character and evokes certain emotions that leaves viewers in awe. Thank you for sharing the way you look at the world with us."

  9th September, 2007

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  Marko Bizarro. says:

  "Lady sakura your work is so inspiring to me, im sorry to write my testimonial in spanish but is the only way i can express like i want. Su manera de ver la vida me cautiva, tiene un ojo extraordinario y sensible, logra captar la verdadera escencia del ser humano, sus sentimientos, sus pasiones, sus tristezas, su soledad, todo lo que nos envuelve a cada uno de nosotros, amo mas y mas este mundo sabiendo que existen personas como usted en el, tan hermosas tan "humanas". Mis mas sinceros respetos ante usted :)"

  14th August, 2007

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  myla kent says:

  "I love the way she looks at the world."

  9th August, 2007

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  hannanik says:

  "nothing else on flickr has captivated my heart and imagination like sakura love's photos. really.
  
  in her shots, there's this feeling of effortless snapshots and fleeting moments. they look so easy and natural, like they just materialized without any human intervention. then you take a longer look and realise it's the work of a real master of seeing."

  27th July, 2007

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  Willpower says:

  "Sakura Love (Ying Tang's) visual priorities are good for any young photographer to emulate."

  26th July, 2007

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  pchweat says:

  "sakura's photos are real , beautiful and inspiring ."

  13th July, 2007

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  .bn. says:

  "I just feel like I have to say something, though I'm in lack of words to describe Ying's photography. Truly inspirational, eye-catching and thruthful. Thank you for sharing it with all of us."

  6th July, 2007

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  bluechameleon says:

  "Where do I begin?
  Ying is one of my favourite photographers here on Flickr. She sees light and people in the most unique and wonderful way, and I do believe she is the "invisible woman" with some of these shots she is able to get. Time and time again I have been absolutely amazed by her photograpy. Her perspective and view of the world is so truly her own, her love of cities and the people that dwell in them is shown with each photograph she takes.
  
  Versatile and creative are two words I would use to decribe what you will feel when you view Ying's photostream. There are many magical moments here, much emotion, atmosphere and that knack she has for being (always) there to capture that moment that we all wish we could have caught.
  
  Thank you Ying, for your vision and creative spirit. For your always being so kind and encouraging. I am so happy to be able to call you my friend."

  19th May, 2007

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  maat108 says:

  "Ying, you're my favorite street photographer in flickr and one of the best I ever seen.
  Your work is a great example of sensibility and poetry.
  I always have a great inspiration wathcing your pictures.
  Thank you !!!"

  29th April, 2007

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  :þ henry says:

  "The "Rules" have eventuallybecome meaningless as you've developed your own uniqueness & heightened every perception of what us viewers are so pleased, my dear friend :D"

  20th April, 2007

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  A V A says:

  "I love this stream because there's always a story being told. There's so much going on, movement, emotion, color, light (or lack thereof). Sakura love is brilliant, and I'm lucky to be able to enjoy her art on a daily basis."

  19th April, 2007

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  _janin says:

  "Ying is truly one of the most influential people and a real asset to Flickr. She has a special way of showing street photography through her eyes.
  A very kind-hearted, enthusiastic and skilled photographer.
  
  Best of luck and thank you!"

  17th April, 2007

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  Bas.K says:

  "Ying's photography is really amazing. She is often too modest about her work, and says it was just luck, but every piece is well thought and a great inspiration! Her work was one of the main reasons why I started streetphotography.
  She is not only a fantastic artist(spy ;) ), but also a very kind person and a great teacher, thank you so much for your helpful messages and comments! :)
  
  Ying keep shooting, inspiring and enjoying!"

  11th April, 2007

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  jasberg says:

  "your desire and discipline to hit the streets day after day is truly inspirational. the consistent quality of work that comes from it is unbelievable."

  30th March, 2007

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  Denise Alba says:

  "Sakura is a photographer that shows off some great sensibility and poetry in each picture she posts. Her´s work is beautiful and inspiring.
  Great woman =}"

  29th March, 2007

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  davetakesphotos says:

  "I had the good luck to stumble onto Ying's photos by way of a mutual contact, bluechameleon, and I have been constantly inspired, impressed and awed by her mastery of street photography. Every shot tells a story and with each day, Ying's work just keeps getting better and better. This is one photo stream you need to check daily....hourly...okay, every few minutes! Seriously."

  28th March, 2007

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  Sebastian Utreras Lizana says:

  "I like your work because is simple and power (Sorry for my inglish)... you are a very good "Hunter".
  
  Sebastián Utreras Lizana."

  25th March, 2007

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  Edward Olive Fotografo de boda Madrid Barcelona says:

  "this girl kicks photographic ass like jackie chan kicks bad guy's asses."

  25th March, 2007

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  mika-rin says:

  "every time i visit her photostream, i cannot help faving her photos and cannot stop sighing. *sigh* she is definitely one of the best photographers on flickr and in the entire world! :)"

  21st March, 2007

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  one pic a day says:

  "Ying is an outstanding flickr artist. honest, humble, passionate, friendly, and very loyal.
  
  she answers every comment - and believe me, there's lots of them. I do not know where she finds the time to shoot so many outstanding photographs *and* to answer all the comments *and* to comment on other people's pictures, including mine.
  
  does she sleep at all??
  
  I am proud to be on sakura's contact list."

  16th March, 2007

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  bragur says:

  "You are such a genius."

  16th March, 2007

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  1room1key says:

  "She is really there, wherever she is"

  15th March, 2007

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  bigoode is gone on Ipernity says:

  "Dear Sakura Love
  Thanks for all honests posts you made on my pix,
  courage you gave me when i needed it
  Advices to do better pix hope one day we'll meet and have a coffee ,
  Hope we'll never cross without recognize....
  
  march 2007
  you made me such a present
  i couldn't imagine such kindness
  thanks !
  you're a really great people i'm so honoured and proud to know
  keep shooting
  SHINE ON"

  12th March, 2007

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  Luis Montemayor says:

  "What I see in Sakura's photos are stories, all kind of stories, it makes you wonder about all those "characters", I try to capture that myself and Sakura is a good inspiration. Thanks you."

  24th February, 2007

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  coladudu says:

  "I've known ying for almost half one year and am grateful for her support. when I knew her homeland is China,I absolutely had a little excitement.then I found that she is very professional!Her photography is top wonderful and inspired me a lot.Truely,I'm your big Fan forever !
  ying,thanks for sharing,hope things are going all right with you. *hugs*♡"

  22nd February, 2007

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  Adam_Hunter says:

  "Discovering this photostream has been one of my great pleasures since joining flickr. Consistently good street photography that somehow combines an impression of complete spontaniety with the feeling that there is a grand plan behind it all. I've no idea how she gets it right so often, but she does, and anyone who gets to enjoy these shots will reap the rewards."

  15th February, 2007

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  joewig says:

  "I am always awestruck when I discover the work of a photographer of Ying's caliber. Her work is genuinely original and thought provoking. She always adds interest to a mundane situation or finds something wonderful where most people would see nothing.
  
  Her vision brings life to her street images. Whenever I look through her photostream, I am inspired to go out and shoot. Her photos aren't just works of art, but her heart shows through her images--that only happens with talented artists.
  
  Ying, you are a talent extraordinaire."

  12th February, 2007

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  cary andrew penny says:

  "i checked out sakura love's stream and thought " hey she's pretty good." i then went to her web page where she has obviously picked her best stuff. love her style and work ethic. there are
  gritty hints of william klein here. check her out."

  4th February, 2007

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  Sakuradesu says:

  "I love the way she show us city life! The perfect place and the perfect moment with a beautiful composition and colors.
  She's a friendly person and I realy appreciate her nice comments :))"

  2nd February, 2007

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  moretrees says:

  "Ying is a talent pure and simple. She makes getting extraordinary photos seem so easy and fun. I go to her stream, get inspired to get shots like hers, then time after time reminded how difficult it is to do. Keep up the good work, Ying. You're unbelievably good."

  30th January, 2007

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  mcmost1 says:

  "I enjoy checking out sakura's stream because it grabs me. It is genuine, raw and from the street. At a first glance it made me think she was shooting in nyc like myself. As an avid street photographer, I thought how cool it was to see San Fran from the way that I see NYC. Her timing in capturing these strangers of the street and the unique yet memorable moments are what make her work art."

  3rd January, 2007

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  Ronnie Fung says:

  "god, there's just so many images this wonderful photographer takes. She really captures human life in all it's forms. Love your work."

  9th December, 2006

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  ☀Solar ikon☀ says:

  "Sakura love takes picture with her heart via her beautiful eyes. I've been striked once and once again by her great street photography..
  She's one of my favorite street photographer. The distinguishing characteristic of her, which makes her so unique, is her vision.
  
  She attentives to the strangers on street and the atmosphere of the city....I admire her talent, and will keep learning from her..:)"

  5th December, 2006

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  [schizophrenia] says:

  "I am so addicted to her photographs. Thank you for your wonderful pictures. Thank you!"

  29th November, 2006

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  Frederic Poirot says:

  "I was lucky enough to have a lesson in street photography by Sakura Love in person. She really opened my eyes on the diversity of human intereactions and lives. Even though I see this people passing in front of me everyday, she taught me how to capture these moments and brief encounters. A lesson from a master. Thanx again!"

  11th November, 2006

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  (davide) says:

  "Sometimes great stories must be told by thousand of pages, hours of movies, hundred of words.
  
  Sakura has a unique talent; she can tell a story with only one view, one precious shot.
  
  If a great photo could be a piece of a treasure, she would be the most rich lady of this world :)"

  8th November, 2006

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  danpire says:

  "the streets of san fran seem so much more exciting than that of my city.
  maybe it's because your photos make it look so exciting! :)"

  21st October, 2006

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  iyay! says:

  "i just love all your pict :)"

  21st October, 2006

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  calanan says:

  "I always look forward to a new offering from Ying, she is the epitome of a candid street protographer! Her eye always catches those fleeting moments and complex elements that work together to create a compelling story. Her work moves me; I admire her style."

  17th October, 2006

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  Sinsong says:

  "ying is one of the earliset ppl i've came across in flickr. i was amazingly impressed by her stream when i first saw it. every photo by her has it's own story to tell:sad ones ,happy moment, loneliness, love stories.....all of them are the tastes of life. you can always find some connection between yourself and the fotos in her site..
  
  ying is a good story teller. she uses her passion, her heart and her dream to narrat tales to us.
  
  much appreciation to you for sharing such wondeful images with us, Ying!"

  22nd September, 2006

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  mirko-caserta says:

  "Ying's got a rare talent. She has set a goal in her photography and she's pushing that goal further and further everyday. She's not just a very good street photographer. She's got a subtle eye which results in original points of view and compositions, a very interesting color treatment and b/w handling. She's an inspiration to me, day after day.
  
  With such a quantity of pictures posted everyday you'd guess quality would be a plus. She's obviously an exception to the rule. I am truly amazed at her quantity/quality ratio and that can only mean one thing: talent."

  18th September, 2006

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  kumo36 says:

  "floats in the stream of the city, catch every elements that makes this world so beautifull, with her warm hearted eyes behind the finder.
  
  every time i visit her photostream, i'll found fascinating stories behind the city life. smiles, laughs, and a solitude sometimes...
  
  keep up with great works, Ying!!
  and let the story goes on..."

  9th September, 2006

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  theshanghaieye says:

  "a slice of life.
  shot with love.
  sakura's photos.
  
  that was my lame attempt at a haiku. . seriously, viewing sakura's photostream is like looking out a cafe window. the images so crisp and the people so real. sakura takes them just at the right time so that her pictures are full of emotion and character, just like her subjects. and she told me her secret once: she does it all with a smile. :)
  
  keep 'em coming ying! i'll just be sitting here and thinking up of better haikus."

  1st September, 2006

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  Nico From Paris 新年快乐 ! says:

  "Difficult to be different than other testimonials about Sakura Love.
  
  In my life i see lot of good pictures in photographic book or on museum , but i never forget the day when i discover the Ying photostream.
  
  She's have got the eyes of art !
  She's have a big talent to show the life and all hers pictures are full strong emotions.
  
  your photostream is not only just good picture , it's a testimonial of life.
  
  Personally she's a beautifull girl with a warm heart and is a wonderful Flickr friend.
  
  After finish your training class in your photographic school , you will be famous .
  
  All my wishes of successes !!!"

  24th August, 2006

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  cristina: says:

  "Her photos capture your attention, your emotions...
  I imagine sakura love walking on the streets, in the country side, with her power to "freeze" special moments.
  She presents these moments to us, and gives us the possibilty to create endles stories from one single shot.
  
  With much admiration,
  thank you for sharing your brilliant work!"

  15th August, 2006

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  mdumlao98 says:

  "my life is enriched by your art.
  i am bleeding inside, and you heal me,
  with your reminder,
  that life is beautiful."

  2nd August, 2006

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  betterthanezra says:

  "I admire sakura love's true passion for street photography, her street captures never fails to amaze me. Seems like she always managed to be on the right place at the right moment.
  
  And what i like the most about her is that she has the most delightful taste of tones!
  
  Well done ms. Ying! It's been a pleasure viewing on your stream."

  28th July, 2006

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  myhappypenguin says:

  ""A photograph is more than just A gift to bring or send.
  And more than just the likeness of A relative or friend.
  
  It is a kindly greeting and A memory to hold.
  Of happy times and pleasant things. However new or old.
  
  It is a mirror that reflects Companionship and cheer.
  And now and then the wistfulness That turns into a tear.
  
  A photograph is something to Adorn a desk or wall.
  Or carry in a pocket and Display to one and all.
  
  It is a faithful portrait The smile that friendship shares
  To add its sunshine and to show That someone really cares."
  
  Photography by James Metcalfe"

  9th July, 2006

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  *Kit* says:

  "Although I've only known sakura love for a few week, I think she's a person with a warm heart and is a wonderful Flickr friend.
  
  Her photostream is always fancinating. What make me addicted to her works is not just the beauty but also the special point of view of them.
  
  :)"

  23rd June, 2006

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  331 says:

  "Sakura's photos are inspiring and unique. I love the way she's able to capture an unusual image from the ordinary things in life. Her pictures make me smile."

  29th May, 2006

Name:

ying

Joined:

April 2006

Hometown:

Shang Hai

Currently:

Shanghai, China

I am:

Female and Taken

Occupation:

a photographer

Website:

yingphotography